1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1942 Renault Juva
To start off, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1942 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1942 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 759 kg more than 1942 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1942 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Juva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
